Account Executive, CPG

Overview:

We are looking for an Account Executive to join our team!  Responsibilities:  

Are you looking for the opportunity to work with some of America’s most iconic brands? 

This is a great opportunity for someone with an entrepreneurial spirit to work on a large, growing account within our newly designed CPG industry team. Every day, we help clients break through with high-impact campaigns that are groundbreaking and innovative, driving consumer behavior and enhancing brand reputation. So, do you want to be a part of that? Do you see yourself fitting in with a team of smart, creative folks who come to work with a smile every day? Do you like surrounding yourself with people who genuinely care about you and enjoy working together? Yes, yes, and YES? Then stop reading this and apply for this job because it sounds like we’ll pair quite nicely! 

• Research and write press releases, briefing documents, key messages, Q&As, fact sheets, pitches, and other materials 

• Support media relations efforts on behalf of clients through pitching compelling stories and media strategy 

• Build and maintain media lists 

• Monitor, analyze, and report on relevant client/industry-related news 

• Support the execution of large-scale events, celebrity media days, charitable partnerships and national campaign launches 

• Research and evaluate thought leadership opportunities for key brand spokespeople 

• Provide review and counsel for influencer vetting and content 

• Bring creative ideas and solutions-oriented thinking to program execution 

• Have a pulse on the CPG industry, the media landscape, and social media platforms to help provide insights and guidance on programs 

• Provide support for media monitoring and program recapping  

• Proofread and edit documents; consolidate team edits; maintain records of supporting reference materials. 

• Respond to requests for information from clients, team members,  and other agency employees with accuracy and in a professional and timely manner. 

• Support billing procedures within the team (according to client project) by maintaining billing, invoices, and job numbers 

• Flex to support teams across multiple programs and clients throughout the year, depending on campaign launch times 

• This is a hybrid position requiring three days a week in the office.  

#LI-Hybrid 

Qualifications:  

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skills and knowledge for successful performance would qualify. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing or a related field preferred  

• Two to three years of experience in a public relations agency or similar position 

• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and meet deadlines while managing multiple projects and teams 

• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and manage priorities 

• Comfortable presenting and being client facing 

The salary range for this position is $62,500 - $68,000.  The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, past training, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity and local geographic market data. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. #LI-Hybrid